AirTalk for September 3, 2010
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Hurricane Earl
A larger, weaker Hurricane Earl is expected to reach coastal New England by tonight, though warnings there have been downgraded. No injuries have been reported in North Carolina, as strong winds and rains hit the outer banks this morning. The National Hurricane Center joins Larry with the latest forecast.
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New standardized test for California schools
On Thursday, California, along with 43 other states, announced it will adopt a new type of nationwide testing. Thanks to a federal grant of $330 million, California will replace the year-end math and English exams for the 2014-2015 school year with new tests that will better determine teacher effectiveness and student learning. It’ll also focus on measuring achievement based on national academic standards, emphasizing research and critical thinking skills. Could this new system of testing change the way students are taught in California? And, as the debate over teacher evaluations escalates, will the test benefit students and teachers alike?
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Are organic strawberries better? One study says yes
A newly published study comparing organic and conventional strawberries grown in California found that the organic berries were more nutritious, had a longer shelf life, and left the soil in healthier condition compared to the conventional crop. But while the organic strawberries had higher concentrations of antioxidants and vitamin C, they were smaller in size, and amounts of potassium and phosphorus were significantly less than conventional varieties. What do the findings mean for the organic vs. non-organic debate?
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More on the mummified babies
Investigators have identified the woman believed to be the owner of a steamer trunk that contained the mummified remains of a fetus and a newborn wrapped in newspaper from the 1930s. Jean M. Barrie is inscribed on the trunk, and a woman named Janet M. Barrie worked as a private nurse for a Los Angeles dentist. Barrie later married her former employer and there is no record of her having any children. Officials have not determined the cause of death of the babies, although DNA collected from the corpses will be compared to Barrie’s nieces and nephews. LAPD Chief Charlie Beck committed to continue the investigation, saying yesterday, “Justice, even when it’s delayed, is still justice.”
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Would your kitchen get an A or an F?
Would your personal kitchen pass a restaurant inspection? Nearly one in seven homes would not pass according to a new study of food safety in private homes from the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. Larry finds out why, and what you can do to make the grade.
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FilmWeek: The American, Going The Distance, Machete & more
Larry Mantle and KPCC film critics Claudia Puig of USA Today and Henry Sheehan of henrysheehan.com discuss the week’s new film releases including The American, Going The Distance, Machete, A Woman A Gun And A Noodle Shop, and Soul Kitchen, among others.
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Boris Karloff: Thriller
You know him best as Frankenstein, but actor Boris Karloff appeared in 200 films. His daughter Sara Karloff joins Larry to discuss the new DVD box set, Thriller. From 1960 to 1962, Karloff hosted--and frequently starred in--the films showcased on the NBC anthology series. Sara celebrates her father's life and legacy and takes questions from AirTalk listeners. What are your favorite Karloff performances?
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Film Week Oscar Preview
Sunday, February 19, 2012
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It’s a hit with boffo box office! The 10th annual “Film Week on AirTalk” Academy Awards preview is coming to the historic Egyptian Theater on Hollywood Boulevard, Sunday, February 19th. The full cast of “Film Week” critics joins Larry Mantle to debate which nominees should take the top categories. Audience ... » More info
